March 2, 2017

Working with a leadership team this week on team dysfunction, I’m struck by the way most people (specifically in the workplace) view conflict—arguably 8/10 have a negative perspective and would claim to avoid it. But what if the right kind of conflict delivers results? What are we missing when we don’t engage it?

March 2, 2017

Consider the following scenario: You have a rockstar employee with all the potential in the world. She’s willing to do anything for her job and actively pursues growth opportunities within the company. You’re a fabulously innovative workplace attracting world-class people. And yet, management styles are lacking and there’s nothing in place to mentor or develop the employees you have. Our girl has even offered to help create a professional development plan, but you’re too focused on your day-to-day responsibilities to consider this a worthwhile investment.

March 2, 2017

Most of us have considered how critical mindset is to our fulfillment and success. After all, what you think, you become. And while my inbox is inundated with daily emails on related topics, much of it leaves my head spinning with multiple how to’s and inspirational suggestions. Then I came across a rather profound, yet simple perspective, that I can’t quit thinking about.